The international law gaze: subsequent agreements and subsequent practice in the interpretation of international treaties

Abstract

The International Law Commission (ILC) recently examined in great detail the use of subsequent agreements and subsequent practice in the interpretation of international treaties. (70th Session – Subsequent agreements and subsequent practice in relation to the interpretation of treaties [2018]). Such use is often carried out by parties to treaties and by international courts and tribunals when settling disputes. Private actors and government officials should be aware of the ILC’s conclusions on this important topic. The report constitutes a valuable tool.